2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 200K Classic Automatic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
